Phoenix
@phoenix8.bsky.social
Mom and First Grade Teacher
I support and vote for democracy, protecting the environment and animal species, women’s rights, and the freedom to read. Star Wars and Star Trek fan 🚫 DMs
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I support and vote for democracy, protecting the environment and animal species, women’s rights, and the freedom to read. Star Wars and Star Trek fan 🚫 DMs
#EduSky
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Phoenix
@phoenix8.bsky.social
· Nov 24
I’m a mom, teacher, and environmental activist. I’m interested in food history and cooking. And I love including art as much as possible into daily lesson plans.
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BREAKING: In a unanimous decision, a federal court of appeals has ruled that Louisiana's law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in all public school classrooms is unconstitutional.
We’ll keep saying it: Public schools are not Sunday schools.
We’ll keep saying it: Public schools are not Sunday schools.
June 20, 2025 at 7:50 PM
BREAKING: In a unanimous decision, a federal court of appeals has ruled that Louisiana's law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in all public school classrooms is unconstitutional.
We’ll keep saying it: Public schools are not Sunday schools.
We’ll keep saying it: Public schools are not Sunday schools.
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While we wait for the Supreme Court to rule in a critical redistricting case from Louisiana, this is what the GOP is up to in Texas and Ohio. Remember the GOP's plan is to make it harder for you to vote and easier for them to cheat.
June 20, 2025 at 1:50 PM
While we wait for the Supreme Court to rule in a critical redistricting case from Louisiana, this is what the GOP is up to in Texas and Ohio. Remember the GOP's plan is to make it harder for you to vote and easier for them to cheat.
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Ohio Medicaid got rid of big middlemen. Says it paid pharmacies a lot more — and saved $140M ohiocapitaljournal.com/2025/04/17/o...
Ohio Medicaid got rid of big middlemen. Says it paid pharmacies a lot more — and saved $140M • Ohio Capital Journal
The Ohio Department of Medicaid department in 2022 gave powerful prescription drug middlemen the boot and created a new system. The result: Fees paid to pharmacies were boosted more than 1,200% while ...
ohiocapitaljournal.com
April 17, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Ohio Medicaid got rid of big middlemen. Says it paid pharmacies a lot more — and saved $140M ohiocapitaljournal.com/2025/04/17/o...
School vouchers direct funding allocated for public schools to private schools. That's all it does. If families choose to send their children to private school, they should pay for it themselves.
www.newsweek.com/school-vouch...
www.newsweek.com/school-vouch...
School vouchers promise better education—This report raises doubts
The report says students from lower-income households face numerous barriers when it comes to voucher programs that direct public money toward private schools.
www.newsweek.com
April 17, 2025 at 4:12 PM
School vouchers direct funding allocated for public schools to private schools. That's all it does. If families choose to send their children to private school, they should pay for it themselves.
www.newsweek.com/school-vouch...
www.newsweek.com/school-vouch...
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My law firm is currently litigating 50 voting and election cases in 21 states. I expect new cases will be filed this week.
States with the most cases: AZ, GA, NC, NV, FL, LA, PA.
States with the most cases: AZ, GA, NC, NV, FL, LA, PA.
April 6, 2025 at 5:27 PM
My law firm is currently litigating 50 voting and election cases in 21 states. I expect new cases will be filed this week.
States with the most cases: AZ, GA, NC, NV, FL, LA, PA.
States with the most cases: AZ, GA, NC, NV, FL, LA, PA.
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NEW:The tech billionaire and Trump adviser “donated” Starlink service to the White House. The move resembles a previous maneuver by Microsoft, which used “free” trials to lock in costly upgrades across the federal government.
By @reneedudley.bsky.social
By @reneedudley.bsky.social
Microsoft Hooked the Government on Its Products With Freebies. Could Elon Musk’s Starlink Be Doing the Same?
The tech billionaire and Trump adviser “donated” Starlink service to the White House. The move resembles a previous maneuver by Microsoft, which used “free” trials to lock in costly upgrades across…
propub.li
April 5, 2025 at 11:30 AM
NEW:The tech billionaire and Trump adviser “donated” Starlink service to the White House. The move resembles a previous maneuver by Microsoft, which used “free” trials to lock in costly upgrades across the federal government.
By @reneedudley.bsky.social
By @reneedudley.bsky.social
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It’s like Watergate, only in this version Nixon directly mails the tapes to Woodward and Bernstein
March 25, 2025 at 6:02 PM
It’s like Watergate, only in this version Nixon directly mails the tapes to Woodward and Bernstein
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Right now, there’s an important race happening that will shape the Wisconsin Supreme Court for the next 10 years. Judge Susan Crawford is ready to protect the fundamental rights and freedoms of all Wisconsinites.
Make a plan to vote early today — don’t wait until April 1st: wisdems.org/vote
Make a plan to vote early today — don’t wait until April 1st: wisdems.org/vote
Find Your Voting Locations | WISDEMS Voter Protection Team
This searchable map shows you early voting and dropbox info for hundreds of villages, towns, and cities across Wisconsin. Enter the address you're registered at and your options will pop up!
wisdems.org
March 25, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Right now, there’s an important race happening that will shape the Wisconsin Supreme Court for the next 10 years. Judge Susan Crawford is ready to protect the fundamental rights and freedoms of all Wisconsinites.
Make a plan to vote early today — don’t wait until April 1st: wisdems.org/vote
Make a plan to vote early today — don’t wait until April 1st: wisdems.org/vote
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I mean very obviously Hegseth should resign, and if it were a Democratic administration this would be quickly be a consensus position.
March 24, 2025 at 8:51 PM
I mean very obviously Hegseth should resign, and if it were a Democratic administration this would be quickly be a consensus position.
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Town Hall Time!
Anna Paulina Luna won’t talk to her constituents.
So I will!
Anna Paulina Luna won’t talk to her constituents.
So I will!
March 22, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Town Hall Time!
Anna Paulina Luna won’t talk to her constituents.
So I will!
Anna Paulina Luna won’t talk to her constituents.
So I will!
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“Elias Law Group will not be deterred from fighting for democracy in court. There will be no negotiation with this White House about the clients we represent or the lawsuits we bring on their behalf."
Statement from Elias Law Group Chair Marc Elias
elias.law
March 22, 2025 at 4:39 PM
“Elias Law Group will not be deterred from fighting for democracy in court. There will be no negotiation with this White House about the clients we represent or the lawsuits we bring on their behalf."
Universities and law firms capitulating to Trump, the oligarchy and democracy. Trump takes more and more power because these organizations and people give it to him, taking more of our power away. This is yet another tragic day.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
Columbia University caves to demands to restore $400m from Trump administration
Measures include empowering security officers to arrest people, and reassigning control of Middle East department
www.theguardian.com
March 22, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Universities and law firms capitulating to Trump, the oligarchy and democracy. Trump takes more and more power because these organizations and people give it to him, taking more of our power away. This is yet another tragic day.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
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The administration is removing phone support for Soc Security recipients. Making it more difficult for seniors to get their checks. It’s a back door way to cut SS benefits. Horrific.
If you know anyone who is impacted, please help them get online to get their benefits approved
If you know anyone who is impacted, please help them get online to get their benefits approved
benefit.me
March 19, 2025 at 5:40 PM
The administration is removing phone support for Soc Security recipients. Making it more difficult for seniors to get their checks. It’s a back door way to cut SS benefits. Horrific.
If you know anyone who is impacted, please help them get online to get their benefits approved
If you know anyone who is impacted, please help them get online to get their benefits approved
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If you live in NC, call every Republican politician you know. Call every farmer you know and ask them to do the same
When money walks , voters talk. Make sure they know this effects everyone in their town and state
www.wunc.org/news/2025-03...
When money walks , voters talk. Make sure they know this effects everyone in their town and state
www.wunc.org/news/2025-03...
USDA cancels $11 million in federal funding for North Carolina food banks
The USDA has notified the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services that it would terminate the agreement for the Local Food Purchase Assistance Program, which is one of the progr...
www.wunc.org
March 15, 2025 at 6:26 PM
If you live in NC, call every Republican politician you know. Call every farmer you know and ask them to do the same
When money walks , voters talk. Make sure they know this effects everyone in their town and state
www.wunc.org/news/2025-03...
When money walks , voters talk. Make sure they know this effects everyone in their town and state
www.wunc.org/news/2025-03...
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The cover-up…
USAID officials were ordered to destroy classified documents, raising concerns about compliance with federal law. An internal email sent to remaining bureau leaders at the agency’s Washington headquarters provided guidance on “clearing our classified safes and personnel documents.”
USAID officials were ordered to destroy classified documents, raising concerns about compliance with federal law. An internal email sent to remaining bureau leaders at the agency’s Washington headquarters provided guidance on “clearing our classified safes and personnel documents.”
March 11, 2025 at 8:27 PM
The cover-up…
USAID officials were ordered to destroy classified documents, raising concerns about compliance with federal law. An internal email sent to remaining bureau leaders at the agency’s Washington headquarters provided guidance on “clearing our classified safes and personnel documents.”
USAID officials were ordered to destroy classified documents, raising concerns about compliance with federal law. An internal email sent to remaining bureau leaders at the agency’s Washington headquarters provided guidance on “clearing our classified safes and personnel documents.”
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If you worked for 18F and got fired, Group together to start a consulting company.
It’s just a matter of time before DOGE needs you to fix the mess they inevitably create.
They will have to hire your company as a contractor to fix it. But on your terms.
I’m happy to invest and/or help
It’s just a matter of time before DOGE needs you to fix the mess they inevitably create.
They will have to hire your company as a contractor to fix it. But on your terms.
I’m happy to invest and/or help
March 2, 2025 at 12:34 AM
If you worked for 18F and got fired, Group together to start a consulting company.
It’s just a matter of time before DOGE needs you to fix the mess they inevitably create.
They will have to hire your company as a contractor to fix it. But on your terms.
I’m happy to invest and/or help
It’s just a matter of time before DOGE needs you to fix the mess they inevitably create.
They will have to hire your company as a contractor to fix it. But on your terms.
I’m happy to invest and/or help
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Democrats hold the line. Do NOT agree to fund DOGE.
Escalating threat of government shutdown on March 14
House GOP appears incapable of securing enough of its own votes
And Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries today says GOP has walked “away from the negotiating table”
House GOP appears incapable of securing enough of its own votes
And Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries today says GOP has walked “away from the negotiating table”
March 2, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Democrats hold the line. Do NOT agree to fund DOGE.
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New York Times, Jan. 26, 1935.
March 2, 2025 at 4:46 PM
New York Times, Jan. 26, 1935.
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I’m pretty sure this is what voters want from their elected officials
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/22/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/22/u...
March 2, 2025 at 1:32 PM
I’m pretty sure this is what voters want from their elected officials
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/22/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/22/u...
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NEW: Voice of America is in upheaval. Journalists are facing HR investigations for comments critical of Trump. One of VOA's highest-profile journalists was put on leave today after a Trump aide called him a traitor. And the White House bureau chief was reassigned. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/28/b...
Voice of America Journalists Face Investigations for Comments About Trump
The broadcaster placed a longtime journalist on leave amid growing concerns about its editorial independence.
www.nytimes.com
February 28, 2025 at 11:33 PM
NEW: Voice of America is in upheaval. Journalists are facing HR investigations for comments critical of Trump. One of VOA's highest-profile journalists was put on leave today after a Trump aide called him a traitor. And the White House bureau chief was reassigned. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/28/b...
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Amazon loses fight to exempt data center from energy regulation
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Amazon loses fight to exempt data center from energy regulation
Minnesota regulators denied Amazon’s request to exempt a data center’s 250 backup generators from a permitting process that includes reviewing pollution levels.
www.washingtonpost.com
March 1, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Amazon loses fight to exempt data center from energy regulation
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First, they said postponed; now the meeting is canceled. That means no flu shots next year.
“'It’s a six-month production cycle,' Dr. Offit said. 'So one can only assume that we’re not picking flu strains this year.'"
Fundamentally, that's a form of mass murder.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/26/u...
“'It’s a six-month production cycle,' Dr. Offit said. 'So one can only assume that we’re not picking flu strains this year.'"
Fundamentally, that's a form of mass murder.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/26/u...
F.D.A. Cancels Meeting of Vaccine Experts Scheduled to Advise on Flu Shots
The cancellation plays into fears among scientists who worry that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will use his position as health secretary to sow doubts about vaccines.
www.nytimes.com
February 27, 2025 at 8:14 PM
First, they said postponed; now the meeting is canceled. That means no flu shots next year.
“'It’s a six-month production cycle,' Dr. Offit said. 'So one can only assume that we’re not picking flu strains this year.'"
Fundamentally, that's a form of mass murder.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/26/u...
“'It’s a six-month production cycle,' Dr. Offit said. 'So one can only assume that we’re not picking flu strains this year.'"
Fundamentally, that's a form of mass murder.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/26/u...
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